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Kittens and cats in Independence, Iowa

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Zena

Domestic Mediumhair

Female, Young
Oran, IA
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Good with kids, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Oslo, PanPan, Yuri, and Zena are all kittens/young cats from a stray cat we took in as we are working on an old school building. They are almost six months old and love people. We have them on the second floor and every time someone opens a door a stampede of cats comes their way. They are the cuddliest cats I have ever been around. We have two long hair cats that don’t seem to bother my husbands sinuses but these medium haired cats are making his nose and eyes itch and water. Even he hates to see them go. (I don’t think I will miss all the litter boxes though.)  They take their kisses and want more. We hold them like babies and they just go limp and soak up the love.The only girl of the bunch. She has the slightest little bit of white on her chest. She is confident and lovable. She will lick your face in affection and snuggles in where she can. A friend watched her for a few nights and said Zena slept with her all night and licked her face in the morning.
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Yuri

Domestic Mediumhair

Male, Young
Oran, IA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Oslo, PanPan, Yuri, and Zena are all kittens/young cats from a stray cat we took in as we are working on an old school building. They are almost six months old and love people. We have them on the second floor and every time someone opens a door a stampede of cats comes their way. They are the cuddliest cats I have ever been around. We have two long hair cats that don’t seem to bother my husbands sinuses but these medium haired cats are making his nose and eyes itch and water. Even he hates to see them go. (I don’t think I will miss all the litter boxes though.)  They take their kisses and want more. We hold them like babies and they just go limp and soak up the love.Sometimes I feel like he is my favorite out of the four. He is the most "chill" of them all. He likes to give these little whisper half meows which is very deceiving considering the vocals on him if he finds himself all alone. He has a few white hairs between his front legs. He's a great snuggle in front of the tv cat.
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Oslo

Domestic Mediumhair

Male, Adult
Oran, IA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Oslo, PanPan, Yuri, and Zena are all kittens/young cats from a stray cat we took in as we are working on an old school building. They are almost six months old and love people. We have them on the second floor and every time someone opens a door a stampede of cats comes their way. They are the cuddliest cats I have ever been around. We have two long hair cats that don’t seem to bother my husbands sinuses but these medium haired cats are making his nose and eyes itch and water. Even he hates to see them go. (I don’t think I will miss all the litter boxes though.) They take their kisses and want more. We hold them like babies and they just go limp and soak up the love.Olso is the little YouTube personality of the bunch. Always talking. Chirrups, purrs, meows, and any of those mixed together. He is the softest one. Its like petting a bunny rabbit. He snuggles in and lifts his face for kisses.
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PanPan

Domestic Mediumhair

Male, Young
Oran, IA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Oslo, PanPan, Yuri, and Zena are all kittens/young cats from a stray cat we took in as we are working on an old school building. They are almost six months old and love people. We have them on the second floor and every time someone opens a door a stampede of cats comes their way. They are the cuddliest cats I have ever been around. We have two long hair cats that don’t seem to bother my husbands sinuses but these medium haired cats are making his nose and eyes itch and water. Even he hates to see them go. (I don’t think I will miss all the litter boxes though.)  They take their kisses and want more. We hold them like babies and they just go limp and soak up the love.PanPan is the first to purr and will give you an affectionate lick. Lately he has started pouncing into your lap. Not a little hop into snuggles but a pounce. He will also butt his head into your kisses. Smooches on command.
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Thor

Tabby

Male, Young
La Porte City, IA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Not good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Very nice cat. Gets along with some dogs, but not others. Has never been around other cats, but I would assume he would not get along. Super loving to people. Somewhat skittish but once he gets used to the environment, that pretty well goes away. Doesn't scratch or tear things up. He was picked up from a shelter in August of 2025.
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Cleo

Tabby

Female, Young
Waterloo, IA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
She was pushed on me. She had been rehomed several times in the last couple months and I currently have her. I cannot afford to take care of her and my life is far to busy to give this cat she deserves

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TigeraCat Rescues

P.O. Box 91, Waterloo, IA 50704

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Cedar Bend Humane Society

1166 W. Airline Highway, Waterloo, IA 50703

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Better Together Animal Rescue, Inc.

211 West 4th Street, Vinton, IA 52349

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Northeast Iowa Pet Rescue

519 Westwood, Strawberry Point, IA 52076

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Waverly Pet Rescue

PO Box 291, Waverly, IA 50677

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A Purposeful Life Animal Rescue & Sanctuary

Marion, IA 52302

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Companion Animal Network (CAN)

Cedar Rapids, IA 52401

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Cedar Valley Humane Society

7411 Mt Vernon Rd SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Adopt A Pal

Cedar Rapids, IA 52403

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Last Hope Animal Rescue

1825 16th Ave SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404

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